Registered Nurse (RN) - Nurse Navigator
011 - UHS Wilson Square
Johnson City, NY
5x8 hrs

Work Environment

• Work may be performed in an office and/or hospital environment that requires working in proximity to other employees and patients.
• The office is air conditioned as well as heated.
• Exposure to equipment cleaning solutions and disinfectants.
• Fast-paced environment including frequent interruptions.
• Frequent walking, standing and bending.
• Mobility may include access through a multi-level facility, including climbing stairs.
• PPE- Eyewear, Masks, Face shields, Shoe covers, Gloves per UHS Infection Control and CDC guidelines when appropriate.
• Work may also be performed in the community setting, to include, but not limited to, patient homes, health fairs, and conference/meeting settings
• Transportation within the community to various settings with personal vehicle required; mileage reimbursed

Age of Patients Served

• All Age Groups

HIPAA Roles-Based Access to Patient Information

• All – Access to patient information, including restricted information – Level 4

Education/Experience

Minimum Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing and
• 5 years health care experience
• Oncology experience required

Preferred:

• Condition-specific experience in either/both inpatient or outpatient setting(s).

License/Certification

Minimum Required:

• NYS Registered Nurse license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or obtained within 6 months of employment)
• Valid NYS driver’s license

Preferred:

• PA Registered Nurse license
• Nurse Navigation Certification

The Nurse Navigator is a specialized health care professional who follows patients with a designated condition(s) or needs. The Nurse Navigator will focus on five areas of service: clinical critical thinking, condition education, community outreach, outcomes management and health and wellness promotion. This individual acts as a liaison for the patient and families addressing their concerns and questions about their disease(s) and/or condition(s). Additional responsibilities are to identify and qualify patients for specific programs as well as community education efforts, such as health screenings, promotions, and serve as an educator and liaison for the health care team.